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Steel, coal and tax credits. Canceled concert controversy. And a deep dive into trans politics.

Steel, coal and tax credits. Canceled concert controversy. And a deep dive into trans politics.

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A surprise beneficiary in President Trump’s budget mega bill is a type of coal used to make steel. Companies that mine metallurgical coal are now in line to receive a 2.5% tax credit thanks to the bill.

Controversy has erupted after a Northeastern Pennsylvania county is cut a band from a popular concert series. The move appears to be connected to concerns over the band's lyrics and statements by the lead singer.

A Lancaster County constable who was recently convicted of co-opting police powers will soon be able to carry out immigration arrests.

The Carlisle School Board is set to vote on whether to ban high school students from using cellphones.

A Berks County official is lodging a complaint with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission after a string of unexplained power outages.

And a deep dive by WITF's Jordan Wilkie: Pennsylvania’s Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro says legislation that would prevent transgender girls and women from playing on publicly funded sports teams is backed by extremist politicians.

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